Ken Norton

(1943–2013) Boxer

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Ken Norton was a boxer, best known for Going the distance.

Quick Facts About Ken Norton

Born: August 9, 1943
Died: September 18, 2013
Profession: Boxer
Notable works: Going the distance

About Ken Norton

Kenneth Howard Norton Sr. was an American boxer who competed professionally from 1967 to 1981. He was awarded the WBC world heavyweight championship in 1978, after winning a close split decision over Jimmy Young in a title eliminator bout.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Quotes by Ken Norton

Ali had a break that was an inch and a half long, and you keep getting hit as hard and as much…

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Ali

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“Age is a state of mind.”

Ken Norton

Achievement

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Hitting Ali in the body or on the arms was like hitting a piece of cement.

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Ali

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I lost my edge for boxing, I didn't put as much into it as I did before. I didn't run as far.…

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Before

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“Whatever you do in your life, always go the distance.”

Ken Norton

Goals

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“Of all the titles that I've been privileged to have, the title of 'dad' has always been the best.”

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Dad

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When I talk to youngsters today, especially those involved in athletics, I tell them to get their education first.

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Athletics

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